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AFP Investigates Banner Stunt During Pauline Hanson's Speech
PoliticsThe Guardian2mo ago

AFP Investigates Banner Stunt During Pauline Hanson's Speech

The Australian Federal Police (AFP) is investigating a banner stunt that occurred during Pauline Hanson's National Press Club speech. Hanson's speech itself drew attention for its controversial remarks on multiculturalism and criticism of journalists.

Violent and menacing threats to Australia’s politicians double in two years, according to police data
PoliticsThe Guardian5mo ago

Violent and menacing threats to Australia’s politicians double in two years, according to police data

At least 21 charges have been laid against individuals since October, Australian federal police say, following 951 reports to June Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Nearly three violent or menacing threats against federal politicians are being reported to police daily, according to Australian federal police data, with rates almost doubling in two years. The soaring danger for elected officials and their staff reached new heights this week when Anthony Albanese was ...

AFP Investigates Allegations of Gaza War Crimes by Australian IDF Citizen
PoliticsThe Guardian1mo ago

AFP Investigates Allegations of Gaza War Crimes by Australian IDF Citizen

The Australian Federal Police (AFP) is assessing allegations of war crimes committed in Gaza by an Australian citizen serving in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Claims against the IDF battalion include the deliberate targeting and destruction of residential buildings in 2023 and 2024 without military justification.